[mrmustang]

Having sold my first Cobra to a gentleman in Germany, and with several other big ticket automobiles going to several other countries, I can tell you right off that it is a "cash in hand" transaction every time. Unless you have the cash in your account, the car goes nowhere. Now, in the case of this seemingly strange affair, I suggest you send an email back to the fellow telling him that only a wire transfer of funds will do. Open a new account just for this purpose, as you never want to give out your regular account information to anyone, whether you know of them or not.Once the funds have cleared your bank (and only then), transfer the money out of that account and close it down. You can then notify the buyer the funds have arrived, and send him your assorted paperwork and export information (yes, there are forms for you to fill out before the car leaves your possession)......Once that is accomplished, the seller and buyer can arrange for transfer of the car.


Hope you find this helpful.

Yours In Exporting Fords,

Bill S.

PS: Always tell the buyer that the car is located in a safe secure area (not at the address you have given him), so you do not let them know that the car might be unguarded at any given time.....Better to be safe than sorry in this case. I have not had any cars stolen personally, but know of at least two or three folks who have......Saying something like, "I won't be home till after 5pm", or "I'm away from home for a few days" is not a good idea.........